Roberta
Synopsis
Roberta Flack’s place in music history was assured when she became the first artist to win back-to-back Grammy Awards for Record of the Year with “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” (1973) and “Killing Me Softly with His Song” (1974). The depth and complexity of her lyrical and thematic choices, as well as the sophisticated mix of classical and soul influences on her style, all sprang from a woman who thoughtfully interrogated her role and identity throughout her life. Filmmaker Antonino D’Ambrosio has created a marvelous monument to a singular and unclassifiable musical genius, with commentary from contemporary artists whom she has inspired.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Antonino D'Ambrosio
- Original Title
- Roberta
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, France
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- ARTE, La Lutta NMC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Antonino D'Ambrosio
Trevor Tweeten
Karim López, Caitlin Stone
Joan Martín, Suzanne Koga, Michael Kantor, Axel Caballero, Chuck Mitchell
Department Leadership Roster
Axel Caballero
Producer
Antonino D'Ambrosio
Producer
Yrthya Dinzey-Flores
Producer
Trevor Tweeten
Director of Photography
Karim López
Editor
Antonino D'Ambrosio
Director
Mike Tyner
Producer
Caitlin Stone
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Roberta
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Roberta about?
Roberta Flack’s place in music history was assured when she became the first artist to win back-to-back Grammy Awards for Record of the Year with “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” (1973) and “Killing Me Softly with His Song” (1974). The depth and complexity of her lyrical and thematic choices, as well as the sophisticated mix of classical and soul influences on her style, all sprang from a woman who thoughtfully interrogated her role and identity throughout her life. Filmmaker Antonino D’Ambrosio has created a marvelous monument to a singular and unclassifiable musical genius, with commentary from contemporary artists whom she has inspired.
Who directed Roberta?
Roberta was directed by Antonino D'Ambrosio.
Who stars in Roberta?
The principal cast of Roberta includes Roberta Flack.
When was Roberta released and how long is it?
Roberta was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.